If this is your first visit, be sure to
check out the FAQ by clicking the
link above. You may have to register
before you can post: click the register link above to proceed. To start viewing messages,
select the forum that you want to visit from the selection below.

Correct number formatting?

I hope I'm not being redundant in asking this question (I did a search but couldn't find anyone asking the same question) but here goes:

When writing numbers in a paper what is the current proper format? The last type of formatting I used was the MLA formatting about 10 years ago. I can't remember which numbers get spelled out and which numbers are simply written in numerals.

Also, is there a different format for different genres of writing (ie: scientific, general, college papers, newspaper columns, etc.)?

And finally, is there a standard agreement on formatting issues between the English speaking countries?